Regulatory Compliance Director, Predictions

About the Position

We are seeking a Regulatory Compliance Director to protect the integrity and compliance of DraftKings' prediction markets. This role involves leading regulatory programs and overseeing compliance strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, review, and submission of regulatory filings, rule amendments, notices, and other communications to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission and other regulatory bodies.
• Oversee investigations into potential violations of internal rules, market conduct standards, and regulatory requirements, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of identified issues.
• Partner with senior leaders to develop and execute regulatory compliance strategies that support business objectives while maintaining market integrity and regulatory adherence.
• Manage regulatory reporting obligations and help ensure compliance programs, policies, and procedures remain effective and aligned with evolving regulatory expectations.
• Collaborate with Product, Operations, Legal, Risk, and other cross-functional teams to identify compliance risks and implement practical, scalable solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regulators and external stakeholders, serving as a trusted representative of the organization on regulatory matters.
• Provide leadership and guidance across the Regulatory Compliance function, including acting as the senior compliance lead when necessary.
• Support the development of future products and initiatives by evaluating regulatory considerations and helping establish compliant operating frameworks.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Law, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in regulatory compliance, market regulation, or regulatory oversight within a Designated Contract Market, Derivatives Clearing Organization, futures commission merchant, broker-dealer, exchange, or regulatory agency.
• Deep knowledge of derivatives or financial market regulations, including experience working with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission or similar regulatory bodies.
• Strong understanding of the full trade lifecycle, including order management, execution, clearing, settlement, and reconciliation processes.
• Experience leading complex regulatory investigations and managing regulatory examinations, inquiries, or reporting requirements.
• Familiarity with market surveillance platforms, case management systems, and compliance monitoring tools.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage sensitive information responsibly.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with experience influencing stakeholders and collaborating effectively across multiple teams and levels of leadership.

We Offer

• Competitive salary range of 160,000.00 USD - 200,000.00 USD, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable.
• Remote work options.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Wellbeing Program with free access to therapy sessions, the Calm App, Virtual Yoga Classes, and more.
• Parental Leave & Support with 14 weeks of 100% paid parental leave.
• Family Planning benefits, including support for adoption, surrogacy, fertility treatments, and more.
• Flexible PTO for employees in the United States.
• Pet Insurance to help save on vet expenses.
• Gym Reimbursement for part of your gym membership.
• Financial Planning assistance, including 401(k) matching and programs like Origin Financial.
• Commuter Benefits to help lower costs on your daily commute.
• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible team members.

About the Company

At DraftKings, AI is becoming an integral part of both our present and future, powering how work gets done today, guiding smarter decisions, and sparking bold ideas. It’s transforming how we enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new possibilities. Our teams are energized by innovation and readily embrace emerging technology. We’re not waiting for the future to arrive. We’re shaping it, one bold step at a time. To those who see AI as a driver of progress, come build the future together.

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